Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Logs pair of assists
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Dorofeyev notched two assists and blocked two shots in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Avalanche.
Dorofeyev has three helpers over his last two contests. He set up both of William Karlsson's third-period tallies in Saturday's blowout win. Dorofeyev has been steady when called upon with a goal, four assists, 12 shots on net, a plus-4 rating, three hits and three blocked shots over seven outings. His place in the lineup is likely secure at least until Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) returns from injured reserve.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Finds helper Thursday
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Dorofeyev recorded an assist in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Jets.
Dorofeyev set up a William Karlsson tally in the first period. With Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) and William Carrier (illness) out Thursday, Dorofeyev was able to maintain a third-line spot in the lineup. The 23-year-old has done fine when called upon, earning a goal, two assists, 10 shots on net, three hits and a plus-3 rating over six appearances this season.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Brushes twine in overtime upset
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Dorofeyev earned a goal and posted three shots in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Blackhawks.
Dorofeyev stormed toward the cage and anticipated a perfectly timed pass from Michael Amadio for his first goal of the season. It remains to be seen whether Dorofeyev will remain in the lineup once Nicolas Roy (undisclosed) is ready to return from an injury, but the first order of business for the Golden Knights is Saturday's road clash with the Kings. Dorofeyev is projected to get another third-line look for the upcoming contest.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Garners helper in win
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Dorofeyev recorded an assist, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Sharks.
Dorofeyev entered the lineup with Brett Howden (suspension) and William Carrier (upper body) unavailable. Playing on the third line, Dorofeyev saw 12:35 of ice time in his season debut and earned his helper on a Brayden Pachal tally in the third period. In 18 games last year, Dorofeyev averaged 14:14 of ice time with nine points and 40 shots on goal. The 22-year-old winger could stick in the lineup with a strong showing, though competition for even bottom-six spots in Vegas' forward group figures to be tough this season.
Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Signs one-year contract
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Dorofeyev signed a one-year, $825,000 contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday.
Dorofeyev produced seven goals and two assists over 18 contests at the NHL level last season. The bulk of his appearances came in March and April, which suggests he could have an inside edge for a roster spot on Opening Night. The 22-year-old winger is likely to be limited to a bottom-six role when in Vegas' lineup in 2023-24.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Steps up after being scratched
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Dorofeyev scored two goals in Vegas' 4-3 shootout victory over Minnesota on Monday.
It was a nice statement game from Dorofeyev after the Golden Knights scratched him Saturday. He even found the back of the net in the shootout, though that third marker doesn't count towards his season totals. Dorofeyev's up to seven goals and nine points in 13 outings in 2022-23.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Nets power-play marker
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Dorofeyev scored a power-play goal on two shots in Saturday's 4-3 overtime win over the Oilers.
Dorofeyev has yet to go more than a game without a goal during his current call-up. He put the Golden Knights ahead 2-1 in the first period of Saturday's game. The 22-year-old is up to five goals, two assists, 23 shots on net and a plus-3 rating through 10 outings this season, with all of his offense coming in his last seven appearances.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Nets game-winner Tuesday
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Dorofeyev scored a goal on three shots, went plus-2 and added two PIM in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Canucks.
For the fourth time in five games during his current stint with the big club, Dorofeyev found the back of the net. The 22-year-old has six points in that span, and he's added 18 shots on net and a plus-3 rating through eight contests overall. Dorofeyev is making it very tough to imagine he'll exit the lineup once the Golden Knights get Nicolas Roy (lower body) and Keegan Kolesar (upper body) back from injuries.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Seizing opportunity
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Dorofeyev scored a goal and added an assist, both on the power play, in Sunday's 7-2 win over the Blue Jackets.
The 22-year-old winger helped set up Phil Kessel in the first period for a tap-in goal. Dorofeyev then potted a slick tally himself from in close in the second, taking the puck out of the corner and shifting from backhand to forehand as he glided toward the front of the net before tucking it behind Daniil Tarasov. Dorofeyev has three goals and five points in four games since being promoted from AHL Henderson, and he hasn't looked out of place in a top-six role for Vegas.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Scores Tuesday
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Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots in a 5-3 win over Philadelphia on Tuesday.
Dorofeyev opened the scoring in the first period, putting a puck on the top shelf from the edge of the crease. The 22-year-old winger now has three points (two goals and an assist) in his last two games after recording his first two NHL points Sunday in St. Louis. Dorofeyev, a third-round pick in 2019, offers some intriguing offensive potential. He may be worth a flier while playing alongside William Karlsson and Reilly Smith on Vegas' second line.
Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Grabs two points in win
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Dorofeyev tallied a goal and an assist in Sunday's 5-3 victory over St. Louis.
Dorofeyev made an impact in his first game since Dec. 28. He picked up an assist, his first NHL point, on William Karlsson's opening tally in the first period. Dorofeyev then potted the game-winner for his first NHL goal in the third, when a rebound bounced off his visor and past Jordan Binnington. The 22-year-old winger played well alongside Karlsson and Reilly Smith on Vegas' second line, potentially earning an extended look in the lineup. Dorofeyev has posted nine goals and eight assists in 32 games with AHL Henderson this season.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Back with big club
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Dorofeyev was called up from AHL Henderson on Saturday, per CapFriendly.
Dorofeyev didn't play versus the Hurricanes on Saturday. He remains with the big club as an insurance option during their road trip, which continues Sunday in St. Louis.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Dropped to minors
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Dorofeyev was reassigned to AHL Henderson on Friday, per CapFriendly.
Dorofeyev has been with Vegas for the last few games but hasn't seen any NHL action since Dec. 28. The 22-year-old has 17 points in 32 AHL games.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Earns promotion
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Dorofeyev was recalled from AHL Henderson on Sunday.
Dorofeyev has 17 points in 32 AHL appearances this season and hasn't dressed in an NHL game since Dec. 28. He'll provide some emergency depth as Vegas begins a five-game road trip Tuesday in Florida.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Activated and sent down Thursday
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Dorofeyev (undisclosed) was activated from injured reserve and reassigned to AHL Henderson on Thursday, per CapFriendly.
Dorofeyev has been out since early January with the injury, but he's now healthy enough to return to game action. Multiple other Golden Knights have also healed up in the time he was out, so he'll log some playing time with the Silver Knights for now.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Placed on injured reserve
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Dorofeyev (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, according to the NHL media site.
Dorofeyev played three games with nary a point and was a scratch the last three contests. He had six goals and 12 points with AHL Henderson before his recall.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Returns to big club
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Dorofeyev was brought back up from AHL Henderson on Tuesday, according to the NHL media site.
Dorofeyev logged 11:14 of ice time Friday against St. Louis during his NHL season debut. He will probably be back in the lineup Tuesday against the Kings.
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Golden Knights' Pavel Dorofeyev: Drops a level
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Dorofeyev was reassigned to AHL Henderson on Saturday, per CapFriendly.
Dorofeyev was called up and played Friday versus the Blues, logging a blocked shot in 11:14 of ice time. If the Golden Knights are short on forwards after the holiday break, he could be recalled.
